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Acting in Animation with Lino DiSalvo: Disney Director’s Insights | EP. 100 Animation Podcast

In this episode of the iAnimate Animation Podcast, director and animator Lino DiSalvo shares deep insights on acting in animation, performance theory, and crafting emotionally driven character animation. 🎉 Episode 100 of the iAnimate Animation Podcast is a milestone celebration, and we're thrilled to be joined by Disney veteran, director, and animator Lino DiSalvo. In this special episode, Lino shares his animation journey from his beginnings at Disney to directing major features—and most importantly, dives into the vital role of acting in animation. Through candid stories and hard-earned lessons, Lino discusses how he evolved from animating creatures in Mighty Joe Young to supervising emotional scenes in Tangled and Frozen. He unpacks animation performance theory and how understanding subtext and emotion transforms a shot from average to unforgettable. From building an emotional crescendo in animation sequences to capturing genuine character performance, Lino shares actionable advice for animators looking to level up. He emphasizes the importance of acting techniques for animators, including improv training, reference acting, and even working with professional acting coaches. Whether you're studying body mechanics in animation or tackling character-driven storytelling, this episode offers inspiration and clarity. As an industry leader and educator, Lino also talks about the upcoming iAnimate acting workshop and why learning animation from industry professionals can unlock your career potential. He gives perspective on the transition from animator to director, the art of pitching animated stories, and why sincerity in your performance matters more than polish. Chapters: 00:00 – Intro to Episode 100 & Guest Lino DiSalvo 01:40 – Lino’s Journey: From Criminal Justice to Animator 05:00 – Getting Hired at Disney: Demo Reel Hustle 08:45 – Early Career: From VFX Creatures to Feature Animation 12:00 – Learning Performance: Body Mechanics vs. Emotional Subtext 16:30 – Breaking into Acting Theory and Improv for Animation 20:00 – Building Emotional Crescendos in Animated Films 23:50 – Director-Level Insight: Addressing Notes and Growing Through Feedback 27:40 – Directing on a Budget: Big Studio Lessons on Smaller Projects 30:20 – The Power of Asking Questions in Dailies 32:15 – Understanding Characters Before You Animate 35:00 – Building Character Bios and Acting Reference for Animators 38:40 – Adapting to Production Midway: Advice for Late-Hires on a Project 41:15 – Learning from Projects That Never Ship 44:00 – Bouncing Back from a Flop: Playmobil Movie Lessons 47:10 – Teaching Pitching & Storytelling at iAnimate 51:00 – How Executives Judge Your Pitches 54:45 – Why Authenticity Matters When Pitching a Film 56:00 – Transition from Animator to Director: A Natural Evolution 59:10 – Leaving Disney After Frozen: Taking the Leap 01:01:00 – Most Memorable Disney Projects: Tangled and Frozen 01:04:25 – Getting Feedback from Glenn Keane 01:06:45 – Lifelong Learning in Animation 01:08:50 – The Emotional Power of Frozen and Let It Go 01:11:30 – What Lino Misses About Animating 01:13:00 – Becoming a Writer During COVID & Finding New Creative Joy 01:15:15 – Final Thoughts: Stay Honest, Stay Curious 🔗 Learn more about iAnimate's workshops and Lino DiSalvo’s work: 👉 Lino DiSalvo's Website: https://www.linodisalvo.com/ 👉 Connect with Lino on LinkedIn:   / lino-disalvo-b890932   🎓 Learn acting in animation with iAnimate: Official Site: https://ianimate.net/ Workshops: https://ianimate.net/workshops 👆 If Lino's Disney journey inspired you, SMASH that LIKE button and SUBSCRIBE for more industry legends! 🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss our conversations with animation professionals who've worked on your favorite films! 💬 COMMENT BELOW: What was your biggest takeaway from Lino's advice? His "emotional crescendo" technique? His approach to dailies? His pitching insights? Let us know which part of his 17-year Disney career resonated most with you! #actinginanimation #ianimatepodcast #animationcareer #LinoDiSalvo #animationcourse #iAnimateAnimationPodcast #animatorinterview #animationcareer #2danimation #3danimation #cganimation #characteranimation #behindthescenes